The new insurance offerings include public and products liability, tools of trade, and tax audit insurance. These coverages are designed to meet the specific needs of tradespeople such as air-conditioning technicians, bricklayers, builders, carpenters, cleaners, concreters, electricians, fencers, gardeners and landscapers, handymen, painters, plasterers, plumbers, and tilers.
David Hosking, CEO of Ivory Insurance and former CEO of PSC, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating that the group is thrilled to collaborate with an agency that has a bold vision and a unique approach to SME insurance. He highlighted that while Ivory is a new name in the market, the team brings over 100 years of underwriting expertise, strong financial backing, and an award-winning claims service. As specialists in SME casualty, this partnership is seen as a natural fit.
Simon O'Dell, Executive Director of Viz and Managing Director of Insurtech Gateway Australia, shared that Viz is a passion project, inspired by his family's background in trades. He noted that he has seen firsthand how out of step the insurance industry can be with the needs and mindset of tradies. This partnership is a significant milestone, and it's great to be on the tools helping the Viz team, backed by a casualty specialist and supported by the team at Insurtech Gateway.
For Australian tradespeople, this partnership signifies a move towards more accessible and tailored insurance solutions, ensuring that their businesses are adequately protected against the unique risks they face in their daily operations.
Published: Sunday 18th January, 2026
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